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Airbus Helicopters H155 vs Leonardo Aw139 vs Leonardo Aw169 vs Sikorsky S 76d

In category, the Airbus Helicopters H155 and Sikorsky S‑76D are typically positioned as medium twin, corporate/offshore-class helicopters with a strong emphasis on cabin comfort and efficiency. The Leonardo AW139 sits a step up as a larger medium twin, widely used for offshore transport, EMS, and utility missions where higher payload and cabin volume matter. The Leonardo AW169 is generally the “light-intermediate” twin in this group, bridging lighter twins and full medium platforms with modern avionics and flexible interiors. On range, the AW139 and S‑76D are commonly regarded as the longer-legged options in typical configurations, often chosen for missions requiring more reach or reserves. The H155 is also range-competitive for corporate and offshore profiles, while the AW169 is usually somewhat shorter-range than the AW139 and S‑76D, though still capable for regional and multi-role operations. On passenger capacity, the AW139 generally leads, often configured around the low-to-mid teens depending on layout. The H155 and S‑76D commonly seat around the high single digits to low teens. The AW169 typically carries fewer than the AW139 but can be configured near the H155/S‑76D range depending on mission fit.

SpecAIRBUS H155AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW139AGUSTA / LEONARDO AW169Sikorsky S-76D
Summary
Cockpit2222
DOC / nm$ 11.06$ 11.69$ 11.84$ 11.49
Min Crew2212
Total Seats14171212
Flight RulesIFRIFRIFRIFR
ManufacturerAirbus HelicoptersLeonardoLeonardoSikorsky
Aircraft NameH155AW139AW169S-76D
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)423573440441
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.74$ 0.69$ 0.99$ 0.96
Max Cabin Seats12151010
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-VerifiedUn-Verified
Useful Load (lbs)40124701
Standard Cabin Seats12151010
Direct Operating Cost$ 1,593$ 1,929$ 1,658$ 1,781
Flight Deck (Base Spec)EFISEFISEFISThales TopDeck
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)144165140155
Base Aircraft Price (USD)$14,800,000 $15,900,000 $9,450,000 $14,900,000
Cabin
Cockpit2222
Min Crew2212
Total Seats14171212
ConfigurationGreen Interior
Max Cabin Seats12151010
Standard Cabin Seats12151010
Engine
FADECYesYesYesYes
ModelArriel 2C2PT6C-67CPW210APW210S
Fuel TypeJetFuelJetFuelJetFuelJetFuel
TBO (hrs)4000500040004000
Horsepower943167910001077
No. of Engines2221
Fuel Capacity (gal)332414296
Dimensions
Length (ft)46.954.748.152.5
Overall Height (ft)14.316.414.814.5
Rotor Diameter (ft)41.154.744
Cabin Volume (cu. ft)235.2282222.5
Baggage Volume Ext. (cu. ft)88.312049.5